PHAGWARA: A pall of gloom has descended over Palahai village in Phagwara following the tragic death of a local youth, Mandip Singh Sall (39), in a road accident in California, United States. The news of his untimely demise has plunged the entire village into deep sorrow.
According to family sources, Mandip Singh had moved to the United States about two years ago in pursuit of better employment opportunities and to secure a stable future for his family. He was reportedly returning home when he met with a fatal accident. Details about the circumstances of the crash are still emerging.
Mandip is survived by his wife, one son, and one daughter. His sudden death has left the family shattered. Efforts are currently underway to bring his mortal remains back to his native village for the last rites.
Gurmit Palahai, a retired principal and resident of the village, expressed deep grief over the tragedy. He said the entire community stands in solidarity with the bereaved family and is assisting them in completing the necessary formalities to repatriate the body from the United States.
Villagers remembered Mandip as a humble and hardworking individual who was deeply attached to his roots despite living abroad. The tragic news has cast a shadow over the close-knit rural community, which continues to wait for the return of his body to bid him a final farewell.